internships & volunteers

InternshipsGeneva hosts a large number of international and non-governmental organisations. A good opportunity to apply and enhance your skills is to do an internship at one of these organizations. Note that internships often have age limits, may only be open to graduate students, and are usually unpaid.The United Nations Office at Geneva site lists International and Non-Governmental Organizations, as well as the Permanent Missions in Geneva and much more - a wealth of information about the UN system in Geneva.

VolunteersThere are always opportunities to do volunteer work. You may find a fulfilling task that allows you to do things that you like and meet other people. And volunteer work may even turn out to be a stepping stone to a paid job.

France

The Red Cross in Prévessin-Moëns is always looking for volunteers to help with their project. They have a small second-hand store ("vesti-boutique“) where you can buy clothes, toys and kitchen ware. They also run a “social food shop” (“epicerie sociale”) for people depending on social assistance. Moreover, they offer information and education on First Aid, support for homeless, for immigrants, for elderly and isolated and much more. All these activities are run entirely by volunteers. The team-members are as international as the Geneva region – you will find people who speak French, English, Spanish and other languages.If you are willing to donate some time and work in a nice team, please contact:Red Cross Prévessin-Moëns – Croix Rouge à Prévessin- MoënsDélégation Pays de GexClara HenriquezZA Clos de Magny, 453 route de Nant, 01280 Prévessin- Moëns (behind the Gamm Vert store)

The Red Cross also collects clothes (vêtements) and goods for their second-hand shop. You can drop off clothes any time in the used-clothes container outside of the building. If you want to bring household items it best to drop them off when the second-hand shop is open.

The Library in English in Geneva is also managed by volunteers and offers opportunities to participate.

ICVolunteers is a non-profit organization that offers short- and long-term opportunities to volunteer in local, national and international settings, including training for volunteers. The organization is specialized in the fields of languages, communication technologies and conference support.

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